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IELTS Opinion Writing Samples Band 6.5

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Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

There is no doubt that humankind needs an effective way to communicate with each other and for that reason languages have been developed through time. While many people consider learning a new language is needed for work or education only. Others see it has many other benefits. In this essay, I will delineate both notions, and then come up with my opinion.

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Crime rates will fall as advances in technology make it easier to detect and prevent crimes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The decrease in criminal rates will be linked to technological improvements because these advances make this activity easy in terms of detection and prevention. To that extent, I am hundred per cent in agreement due to the following reasons which I will explain in detail in this essay.

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Every year several languages die out. Some people think that this is not important because life will be easier if there are fewer languages in the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

It is a fact that there are a lot of languages in this world, but every year several of the languages just disappear. Some people believe that the extinction of some languages is not a crucial problem since communication will be more effective with fever language. Although some people think that the extinction of some languages is not a serious problem. I admitted that the diversity of the world languages had a lot of benefits for the individual and the society as well.

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Government should make laws about people’s nutrition and food choice. Others argue that it is their choice. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In this day and age, it is a common belief that the government had better impose harsher laws on citizens’ selection of food with a view to combatting detrimental eating habits. From my perspective, I do not concur with this view because the choice of nutritious food should be based on personal preference.

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Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?

As a matter of fact that students are faced with excessive stressful study or examinations at school. Hence, the idea that all high-school students should be forced to get involved in community service will help them release stress and get back their energy. In my point of view, I am convinced with this opinion for some reasons mentioned in this essay.

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The internet allows us to stay connected with each other no matter where we are. On the other hand, it also isolates us and encourages people not to socialise. To what extent do you agree or disagree with these statements?

There has been a huge advancement in the internet and social media in the past few years. Certainly, this widespread availability of the internet allows people living far away from each other to stay in contact while creating a large group of individuals who are isolated and refrain from socializing. I completely agree with the above statement and this essay will further explain my agreement in detail.

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In some developing countries, it is difficult to get good teachers to work in rural areas which can negatively impact on the education of children in those rural communities. Why do you think good teachers do not want to work in rural areas in developing countries? What could be done to solve this problem?

In today's world, several nations the world, especially the developing ones are struggling to find decent teachers in the countryside. Thus, children in these areas could suffer the consequences by having a low-quality education. In my opinion, this difficulty could be due to the lack of well-developed infrastructure in rural places which make these places less attractive to teachers. In order to solve this issue the government should devote more resources to developing the infrastructure in these places to lure more teachers to go there.

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Some people say that school education is not useful and the essence of study can be acquired at home. Do you agree? Why or why not? Use reasons and specific examples to explain your answer.

There is a group of people who believes that homeschooling was better which was a general practice in ancient times in terms of instilling moral values and developing the personality instead of the present schooling system of today which gives more stress to kids and educates them with lesser moral values. The other section of society disagree with this and I belong to this segment of people. In the following ,paragraphs I will elaborate on my opinion with suitable illustrations.

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Some students work while studying. This often results in lacking time for education and constantly feeling under pressure. What do you think are the causes of this? high tuition fees supporting family What solutions can you suggest? grants , scholarships , apply for less courses in each semester

the issue of working and studying at the same has been widly depated . while some hold the view that it's important to be independent and be incharge of your own expenses while studying , others believe that it can badly affect the students' academic achievements . I believe that a student should focus on one purpose and do the best they can in it .

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Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of a money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both the views and give your own opinion.

The world's economy is changing drastically , especially with national wars, hikes in oil prices, climate change, and the pandemic had a huge impact on our lives. In the current situation, most of us are stuck at low payment and unsatisfied jobs. In my view, I think we should work our way up for a better future.

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Some people think that strict punishments for driving offences are the key to reducing traffic accidents. Others, however, believe that other measures would be more effective in improving road safety. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion

In the present-day world, it has to be said that the core reason for road accidents is the lack of strong rules and other restrictive measures.In order to decline traffic problems; the government has to take action for avoiding offences on roads.The strict driving licence renewals in every year and increase in vehicle and fuel taxations can decrease the risk of road accidents.This essay will discuss both notions in detail with appropriate instances.

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Nowadays, a large amount of advertising aiming at children should be banned because of the negative effects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

I have two big achievements in academic and non-academic that created my value as a student increased. Firstly, in the quarter of ,2021 I had followed many essay competitions that were sponsored by many of Indonesia's universities. I participated because I have experienced joined the same competitions when I was in Senior High School. So, I did read and research through different websites, especially sustainable food and nature articles and books by foreign researchers. Again, I attended a ...

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There is no doubt that globalisation has benefited the world by bringing together people, business and nations. People who criticise it stand in the way of progress. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.

Some individuals often argue saying internationalisation has greatly benefited the planet by uniting people, enterprises and countries. While others dispute claiming it has hindered success. I completely agree with this opinion and think that globalism has more merits than drawbacks.

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One of the consequences of improved medical care is that people are living longer and life expectancy is increasing. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

The increase in life expectancy is a result of improved healthcare system development. This brings a lot of benefits, but also disadvantages. In my opinion, the advantages it brings overshadow the disadvantages.

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The government should control the amount of violence in films and on television in order to decrease the violent crimes in society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Films and TV shows today are filled with scenes of attacks, causing, violent behaviours that are increasing in our societies. I agree that by correcting programs and films, some amount of violence can be decreased. In the following paragraphs, I shall put forth my arguments to support my views.

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In some countries owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might be this the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation? Write atleast 250 words

In some countries having own home is more necessary than renting one mainly because of the type of crowd staying over there. As crowd with different employment background wants to settle in the country where they belong , they need their own space to settle and grow business whereas renting a house causes more money investment over time.

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The government should control the amount of violence in films and on television in order to decrease the violent crimes in society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Films and TV shows today are filled with attacks and as a result, violence is increasing in our societies. I agree that by censoring such programmers and films, some amount of violence can be decreased. In the following paragraphs, I shall put forth my arguments to support my views.

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Some people think it would be a good idea for schools to teach every young person how to be a good parent. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Describe the skills a person needs to be a good parent.

It is a debatable issue that parental skills should be taught in school. Some segments of society believe that a course about becoming good parents must be offered in school how to perform like an ideal parent. I completely disagree with it and I would like to discuss some reasons in following paragraphs.

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In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

These days, many businesses convince their customers to purchase their product by claiming that they are new in some means in their advertisement. It is mainly because this messaging could attract customers and convert potential customers into paying customers. However, I think this phenomenon should be seen as a positive development since people could be able to use the new innovation all the time.

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In many places, new homes are needed, but the only space available for building them is the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. Whats is your opinion about this?

Whether to build houses in the countryside or not is a hotly debated issue among all social platforms as in a number of places there is demand for new homes and a deficit of lots for housing development in urban areas and protect the countryside or let it vulnerable to development is the biggest question.I think it is better to allow development in rural areas for housing as it will help to cut down urbanisation as well as will allow prosperity in small localities and will elaborate further on this issue in the next paragraphs.

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